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harrier

Mk2 Struts onto Mk1 LCA

Hi, I'm installing a pair of 2lt struts into my mk1 escort. Now I know I have to change the rack but are the mk1 and mk2 LCA's interchangeable or do they have a different taper on the ball joint ? Cheers, Mark..
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2011/04/27 22:41:02
kestrel

How/where to fit anti-tramp/radius bars:Mk1

Hi all. Looking for some advise. Have been supplied an angled set of anti-tramp bars and wondering whether there is any science in where to locate the two points: chassis and axle, to gain most benefit. Would be happy with a couple of pictures. Thanks Ian..
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2011/04/23 17:33:29
razzle308

How much caster?

Hi all. Having just aquired eccentric strut tops, how should i mount them. Should i set the caster all the way to the back or will this be too excessive. What is the downside of too much caster? Thanks. Darren...
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2011/04/22 13:29:43
Paul Dunstan

Adjustable top mounts

Hi All I will need to purchase something as my original strut tops are knackered! (Please keep in mind this is a street car - not a racer ) Are the Wilkinson Suspension adjustable strut tops similar to the now obsolete Noltec items? Are they any good? What about anything from the UK?..
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2011/04/21 21:23:26
Matt75

Capri Hub Bearings

Hi Guys, I picked up a couple of capri hubs today to go with my capri struts and it seems one of the hubs is missing a bearing. (See pics) If i get a new set of bearings will they come with this bearing to be located inside the hub as well or is this something else I need to buy? If anyone has..
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2011/04/12 21:51:52
MarkII

Front Struts Escort MKII

i am going to feel like the biggest dunce...i've got the workshop manual (which is for a MKI escort) and i need to change the front struts...is there any differences between the MKI and MKII escort fronts (it's a 2L if that makes a difference...) i was attempting to follow the MKI manual but it w..
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2011/04/12 14:43:18
DAZ

Dual Front Sway Bars

I've got a used dual front sway bar (selbys) which I've never tried, are they any good?..

2011/04/04 16:27:51
2lt_Scort

Mk1 Large Strut Top vs. Mk2 Large Strut Top

Hi All, Can anyone advise whether or not the Mk2 large strut top has a bigger bore centre hole for the shock shaft than the Mk1? I need to move a Mk1 with no front end this weekend and only have Mk2 struts, and a set of Mk1 strut tops, the Mk1 strut top will not slide over the Mk2 shock. Wo..
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2011/03/30 18:25:03
jorgan92

Suspension alignment specs?

Coilovers were put in today and now thanks to my strut tops I need to do a full alignment, does anyone have any toe in/out, camber and caster recommendations, Ill just head off to a mates tire shot and do it my self but have no idea what Im chasing except massive camber *drools* Any recommendations ..
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2011/03/30 08:29:48
razzle308

Coil over springs?

Hi all. I am completely new to coil over. I have just found out (the hard way) the struts in my esky which i have owned all my driving life - are 1.6L not 2L. Befor i go by some 2L and matching springs i am thinking of goin down the coil over path. I have just got Koni yellow/sports for the front..
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2011/03/23 12:38:55

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